Spearfish, S.D. – The Black Hills State University men's basketball team earned their first win of the season as they defeated future RMAC foe Chadron State 85-70 Tuesday evening at the Donald E. Young Center in Spearfish.

"I was really proud of our guys tonight," said head coach Bradd Schafer. "We came out on our home court and handled our business. We had a great performance out of Brady Bisgaard as well as from Rob Johnson and others. It was a much needed win for us, and it gives us something to build on for the rest of the season."

The Yellow Jackets had a one point lead at the break and exploded in the second shooting 72.7% from the floor, 85.7% from behind the arc and 73.7% from the free throw line in the second half. The Yellow Jackets were led by freshman Brady Bisgaard who finished the contest with 24 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and two steals, while making 6 of 7 three point attempts. Black Hills State had three other players score double digit points, senior Rob Johnson added 19, freshman Brody Brisk finished with 11 points and junior Tommy Earl chipped in 13.

Black Hills State will return to action Friday, November 25 as they square off against Great Falls in the S.D. Mines & Technology Classic, tip-off is slated for 4 p.m. MT and can be heard on 980 AM KDSJ and worldwide at kdsj980.com.

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